The free observatory where you can see a wonderful view of Seoul

 Seoul, the capital of South Korea, is a large city where modern skyscrapers, state of the art subways, pop culture and temples, old palaces and street vendors coexist. So enjoying Seoul from the observatory will give you another experience. You can see the view of Seoul for a fee, such as 63 Building, Lotte Tower or Namsan observatory but there are also many places where you can see the wonderful view of Seoul for free. Today I would like to introduce you to a free observatory in Seoul.

 

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The free observatory where you can see a wonderful view of Seoul

 

- Seoul City Hall Seosomun Annex Jeongdong Observatory

Address: 13F, 15 Deoksugung-gil, Seosomun-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul

Operating time: Weekdays 9:00~21:00, Weekends 9:00~18:00

Entrance fee: Free

Comments: From here, you can see Deoksu Palace, an old palace between tall modern buildings. The scenery varies from season to season. For me, the scenery of autumn is best.

 

 

 The observatory is located on the 13th floor of the Seosomun Annex of Seoul City Hall and is located next to Deoksugung palace so it is not difficult to find. If you use public transportation to visit, go to Exit number 1 or Exit number 12 of City Hall station on Line 1 and Line 2.

 

 

 The observatory opens until late on weekdays so it is also good to visit at night to see the night view of Seoul. A cafe is operated on the side of the observatory so it is good to have a cup of coffee and enjoy the scenery. 

 

- National Museum of Korean Contemporary History Observatory

Address: 8F, 55 Saemunan-ro, Sajik-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul198 Sejong-daero, Sejongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Operating time: 

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday 10:00~18:00,

Wednesday, Saturday 10:00~21:00

Entrance fee: Free

Comments: From here, you can see Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung palace at once. 

Website: http://www.much.go.kr/en/mainen.do

National Museum Of Korean Contemporary History

 

 

 

 The observatory is located on the 8th floor of the National Museum of Korean Contemporary History and is located near Gyeongbokgung palace so it is not difficult to find. If you use public transportation to visit, go to Exit number 2 of Gwanghwamun station on Line 5 or Exit number 6 of Gyeongbokgung station on Line 3.

 

 The observatory opens until late on Wednesday and Saturday so it is also good to visit at night to see the night view of Seoul.

 

- Sewoon Plaza Observatory

Address: 9F, 159 Cheongggyecheon-ro, Jangsa-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Operating time: Monday~Sunday 9:00~19:00

Entrance fee: Free

Comments: From here, on one side you can see Jongmyo Shrine, which is listed as a UNESCO world heritage and on the other you can see an area where old shops are concentrated. And you can taste the traditional Korean dishes at the nearby Gwangjagn market.

 

 

 The observatory is located on the 9th floor of the Sewoon Plaza and is located near the Gwangjang market so it is not difficult to find. If you use public transportation to visit, go to Exit number 12 of Jongno 3-ga station on Line 1 or Exit number 3 of Euljiro 4-ga station on Line 5 and Line 2.

 

 Sewoon Plaza is the first general electronic shopping center in Korea which means the energy of the world gathers in 1968. As the mecca of the downtown electronic industrial area located in Jongno, central Seoul, you can see a number of craftsmen and a variety of electronic products including electronic components, electronic appliances, computer semiconductors, sound instruments, CCTVs, entertainment devices, singing equipment, lighting equipment and so on.

 The observatory opens until late so it is also good to visit at night to see the night view of Seoul.

 

- Sky 31 Observatory

Address: 31F Lotte world tower, 300 Olympic-ro, Jamsil 6-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul

Operating time: Monday~Sunday 11:00~22:00 (Weekdays 11:00~14:00 (Limit entry to 200 people))

Entrance fee: Free

How to get there: If you use public transportation to visit, go to Exit number 1 of Jamsil station on Line 2. You can enter the Lotte world tower west building by the door next to the Bulgari store on the first floor of Lotte world tower. As soon as you enter the building, go straight to the left side and then you can see the escalator. You can get a pass to enter Sky 31 at the dest next to the escalator. You can get a pass for entering after writing your name and contact number on the paper. Then, enter the door marked C and take the elevator to the 31st floor. If you are confused about how to get there after reading this explanation, please visit the information desk inside Lotte world tower.

Comments: The view is not as good as the paid observatory on the 118th floor of Lotte world tower but it is quite good considering it is free. It is satisfactory except that visitors can enter the area only with a pass and that people are always crowded. 

 

 

 There is a food court here, so you can enjoy the scenery while eating. There are also many different kinds of food so there are many choices for you. 

 

- Eungbongsan Palgakjeong

Address: 267-1, Eungbong-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Operating time: 24 hours

Entrance fee: Free

How to get there: It takes only 15 minutes to walk from Eungbong station to reach the observatory of Eungbong mountain.

Comments: This is a famous night viewpoint of Seoul among photographers and walking course for local people, so even if you visit at night, it is not dangerous. The night view of Seoul here is so beautiful. The lights from cars passing the Han river bridge and the lights of buildings sparkle in strange harmony. 

 

 You get off at Eungbong station and climb these mountain paths at first. 

 

 You need to climb the mountain until you see this structure. It is the observatory where this structure is located.

 

- Dalmaji Park Observatory

Address: 273, Geumhodong 4-ga, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

Operating time: 24 hours

Entrance fee: Free

How to get there: If you use public transportation to visit, go to Exit number 2 of Oksu station on Line 3. It takes only 20~25 minutes to walk from Oksu station to reach the observatory of Dalmaji Park.

Comments: This is a famous night viewpoint of Seoul among photographers and walking course for local people, so even if you visit at night, it is not dangerous. The night view of Seoul here is so beautiful. The lights from cars passing the Han river bridge and the lights of buildings sparkle in strange harmony. 

 

 

- Seoul Metropolitan Library

Address: 5F Seoul Metropolitan Library, 110, Sejong-daero, Taepyeongno 1-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul

Operating time: 

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9:00~21:00 

Saturday, Sunday 9:00~18:00

Entrance fee: Free

How to get there: If you use public transportation to visit, go to Exit number 5 of City hall station on Line 1 and Line 2. It takes only 5 minutes to walk from City hall station to reach the Seoul metropolitan library.

Comments: From here, you can see Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung palace at once. 

Website: https://lib.seoul.go.kr/rwww/html/en/main.jsp

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 This building was used as a Seoul city hall for a long time. However, the building was remodeled into a library when the new Seoul city hall building was constructed in the back of this building. 

 

 The rooftop garden is located on the 5th floor of this building and has various types of chairs and trees for citizens to rest there. And often cultural events are held here. 

 From here, you can see Gwanghwamun and Gyeongbokgung Palace.

 

 

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